Explore Scientific 12" (305mm) Truss Tube Dobsonian– Generation II
Nowhere do you get as much light for your money like a good Dobsonian! Disassembly of this Explore Scientific 12" Dobsonian without tools ensures a trouble-free transport of this great scope even in small cars. The entire structure has been optimized for maximum stiffness with minimal weight. The combination of high altitude bearings with optimized aluminum structures allows fine adjustment flows at high magnifications.
The ideal workhorse for the deep sky observers. A 305mm mirror collects more than 1,800 times as much light as the naked eye. Details on planets and deep sky objects will be visible even for inexperienced observers. Bright star clusters are resolved to the core, and the sight of the terminator on the moon is an unforgettable experience.
Includes 2" focuser with helical gearing and 10:1 reduction; LED Red Dot Finder, collimation assist tool; soft light baffle and two radial main mirror fan for fast temperature equilibrium.
The scope is ready for the use with Explore's optional coma corrector.
Explore Scientific 12" (305mm) Truss Tube Dobsonian– Generation II Specs:
| Description | 12" Truss Tube Dobsonian |
| Item Number |
DOB1245-00 |
| Secondary Obstruction | 24% |
| Primary Mirror Diameter | 305mm |
| Focal Length | 1525mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/5 |
| Primary Mirror Weight | 50.5 lbs |
| Rocker Box Weight |
15.7 lbs. |
| Total Weight |
66.2 lbs |